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KC Water Rules and Regulations

For Water Service Lines

May 2018

KC Water Rules and Regulations for Water Service Lines 2018 2

Introduction

These regulations are established to provide for an orderly growth of the

City's water system and to assure equitable treatment to all citizens. All

those who have transactions with KC Water are urged to observe these

regulations and to cooperate in their enforcement. Section 78.35 of the

Code of General Ordinances, Kansas City, Missouri, grants the Director

the authority to make and enforce these regulations.

Water mains, service lines and related appurtenances shall meet all

currently adopted City of Kansas City, Missouri Plumbing and Building

Codes. These codes include limitations set forth in Section 1417 of the

Federal Safe Drinking Water Act regarding the definition of “Lead free”.

“Lead free” means: when used with respect to pipes and pipe fittings,

refers to pipes and pipe fittings containing not more than 0.25 percent

(0.25%) lead in contact with and providing transportation of potable

drinking water. This standard sets the limit for lead content of these

materials at a maximum of 0.25%.

These are generally permissive regulations. This means that rather than

including an endless list of prohibitions, the regulations are kept simpler

by stating what is allowed. Water service lines shall only be installed in

accordance with these regulations, and only by methods, and at times

and under the circumstances described in these Regulations. Installations

or arrangements other than those described in these regulations are not

allowed. KC Water anticipates that these regulations will be updated on

an annual basis; however, they may be revised sooner if deemed

necessary by KC Water.


Table of Contents

SECTION 1.00 – PERMITS ...................................................................................................................... 7

1.00 Property Owner Accounts .............................................................................................................. 7

1.01 Definition of Permits ....................................................................................................................... 7

1.02 Classification of Permits ................................................................................................................. 7

1.03 No Work Prior to Permit Issuance ................................................................................................ 8

1.04 Plumbers Not to Secure Permits for Others ................................................................................. 8

1.05 Permits Not Transferable ............................................................................................................... 8

1.06 Expiration of Permits ..................................................................................................................... 8

1.07 Permit Fees ...................................................................................................................................... 8

1.08 Delinquent Permits ......................................................................................................................... 9

1.09 Issuance of Permits ......................................................................................................................... 9

1.10 Qualifications of Applicants ........................................................................................................... 9

1.11 Required Conditions ....................................................................................................................... 9

1.12 Required Procedure ...................................................................................................................... 10

1.13 Plumber's Responsibility .............................................................................................................. 10

1.14 Permit Cancellation ...................................................................................................................... 10

1.15 As Built Drawings ......................................................................................................................... 10

SECTION 2.00 - WATER MAINS ............................................................................................................ 11

2.01 Definition ....................................................................................................................................... 11

2.02 Classification of Mains ................................................................................................................. 11

2.03 Connections to Water Mains ........................................................................................................ 11

2.04 Paralleling of Mains ...................................................................................................................... 11

2.05 Operation of Public or City Mains .............................................................................................. 11

2.06 System Operating Pressures ........................................................................................................ 11

SECTION 3.00 - WATER SERVICES ...................................................................................................... 12

3.01 Definition ....................................................................................................................................... 12

3.02 Classification of Services and Requirements .............................................................................. 12

3.03 General Installation Requirements ............................................................................................. 12

3.04 Installation Requirements for Tap Services ............................................................................... 16

3.05 Installation Requirements for Branch Services ......................................................................... 16


3.06 Combination Service Lines .......................................................................................................... 17

3.07 Temporary Services ...................................................................................................................... 18

3.08 Partial Services .............................................................................................................................. 18

3.09 Dual Domestic Services ................................................................................................................. 18

3.10 Maintenance of Services ............................................................................................................... 19

3.11 Abandonment of Services - General ............................................................................................ 19

3.12 Abandonment of Services for Building Demolition ................................................................... 20

3.13 Reuse of Service ............................................................................................................................. 20

3.14 Abandonment of Services for Building Alterations ................................................................... 21

3.15 Reconnection of Services .............................................................................................................. 21

3.16 Reuse of an Existing Water Service Line .................................................................................... 21

3.17 Service Lines in Suburban Areas ................................................................................................ 21

3.18 Relocation of Water Service Lines .............................................................................................. 21

3.19 Water Service Lines crossing or near KC Streetcar .................................................................. 21

SECTION 4.00 – TAPPING AND CONNECTING .................................................................................. 22

4.01 Classification of Taps and Connections ...................................................................................... 22

4.02 General Requirements for Taps .................................................................................................. 22

4.03 Requirements for Corporation Taps ........................................................................................... 22

4.04 Requirements for Branch Service Connections ......................................................................... 23

4.05 Requirements for Branch Service Taps ...................................................................................... 23

4.06 Requests for Taps .......................................................................................................................... 24

4.07 Request for Water Main Shuts .................................................................................................... 24

4.08 Tapping Charges and Connection Fees ...................................................................................... 24

SECTION 5.00 - METER SETS................................................................................................................. 25

5.01 Definition ....................................................................................................................................... 25

5.02 Location of Meter Sets .................................................................................................................. 25

5.03 General Requirements for Meter Sets ........................................................................................ 25

5.04 Meter Sets - Small Meters ............................................................................................................ 26

5.05 Meter Sets - Large Meters ............................................................................................................ 27

5.06 Permission for Meter Sets ............................................................................................................ 27

5.07 Meters............................................................................................................................................. 28

5.08 Meter Sets for Serving Other Water Utilities ............................................................................. 28


5.09 Request for Meter Bypasses ......................................................................................................... 28

5.10 Charges for Exchange of Meters ................................................................................................. 28

5.11 Relocation of Meter Tiles and Pits ............................................................................................... 28

5.12 Inside Meter Set Relocation Requirement .................................................................................. 28

5.13 Meter Tile Location example ....................................................................................................... 28

5.14 Double Check Detector and RPZ Detector Check Meters ........................................................ 28

SECTION 6.00 – BACKFLOW REQUIREMENTS ................................................................................. 30

6.00 Backflow Preventer Test Requirements ..................................................................................... 30

6.01 Definition of Commercial Construction for Backflow Prevention ........................................... 30

6.02 Placement of Backflow Prevention Devices ................................................................................ 30

6.03 Backflow Requirements for Commercial Domestic Water Service Lines ............................... 30

6.04 Placement of RPZ Backflow Prevention Devices ....................................................................... 30

6.05 Enclosure Requirements for RPZ Backflow Preventers ........................................................... 30

6.06 Backflow Requirements for Full Flow Fire Meters ................................................................... 30

6.07 Backflow Requirements for Fire Protection Service Lines ....................................................... 30

6.08 Backflow Requirements for Lawn Irrigation Systems .............................................................. 31

6.09 Backflow Requirements for Existing Commercial Domestic and Fire Protection Service

Lines ....................................................................................................................................................... 31

6.10 Testing of Backflow Prevention Devices ..................................................................................... 31

6.11 Approved Backflow Prevention Devices ..................................................................................... 31

6.12 Removal and Break Down of Backflow Vaults .......................................................................... 31

SECTION 7.00 – INSPECTION ................................................................................................................ 32

7.00 Water Service Lines Inspection Requirements .......................................................................... 32

7.01 Definition of Inspection ................................................................................................................ 32

7.02 When Required ............................................................................................................................. 32

7.03 Scope of Inspection ....................................................................................................................... 32

7.04 Time of Inspections ....................................................................................................................... 32

7.05 Request for Inspection .................................................................................................................. 32

7.06 Conditions for Inspection ............................................................................................................. 32

7.07 Inspection of Large Services: ....................................................................................................... 33

7.08 Inspection by Registered Professional Engineer ........................................................................ 33

SECTION 8.00 – MISCELLANEOUS ...................................................................................................... 34


8.01 Interpretation of KC Water Regulations .................................................................................... 34

8.02 Request for Information ............................................................................................................... 34

8.03 Damage to KC Water Property ................................................................................................... 34

8.04 Repair or Relocation of Water Facilities .................................................................................... 34

8.05 Discrepancies - Plumber's Responsibility: .................................................................................. 35

8.06 Winter Procedure for Water Service Turn-On: KC Water will not turn on water during the

winter months if there is no heat to the building/residence. ................................................................... 35

8.07 Request for a Water Main Shut, to Connect or Abandon Services .......................................... 35

8.08 Lead Ban ........................................................................................................................................ 36

8.09 Meter Prices ................................................................................................................................... 38

8.10 Water Connection Charges .......................................................................................................... 39

APPENDIX ................................................................................................................................................. 40

6202 Outside Installation for 3/4" and 1" Services ............................................................................ 41

6203 Detail of 5/8", 3/4" and 1" Meter Settings ................................................................................. 42

6204 Detail of Service Box (Curb Box) ................................................................................................ 43

6205 Detail of Vault for Less than 2" Cross Connection Preventer ................................................. 44

6206 Detail of Tile Box for 5/8", 3/4" and 1" Meter Settings ........................................................... 45

6207 Water Meter Settings for Single 1-1/2" and 2" Meters Settings.............................................. 46

6208 Cast-in-Place or Pre-cast Vault for 2" & Larger Cross Connection Preventers ................... 47

6209 Cast-in-Place or Pre-cast Meter Pit & Setting with Bypass for Single 3" thru 10" Meters .. 48

6210 Cast-in-Place or Pre-cast Meter Pit & Setting for Double 4" and 6" Meters ........................ 49

6213 Flexible Coupling Adapter & Mechanical Joint Retainer Gland ............................................ 50

6215 Cut In Tees on Service Lines ....................................................................................................... 52

6216 Excavation Details for Tapping Valves and Corporation Taps ............................................... 53

6217 Cast-in-Place or Pre-cast Meter Pit & Setting with Bypass for 6" Through 10" Fire Flow

Meters .................................................................................................................................................... 54


SECTION 1.00 – PERMITS

1.00 Property Owner Accounts No permit shall be issued to a licensed master plumber on

behalf of an owner unless all accounts are current and paid in full.

1.01 Definition of Permits A Water Service Permit is a written document issued by KC Water

authorizing work to be performed. The purpose of these permits is to insure order in the growth

of the water system and that only qualified persons engage in this work. Permits are required

under Section 78-28 of the Code of General Ordinances, Kansas City, Missouri.

1.02 Classification of Permits Permits are of seven (7) kinds, defined as follows:

(a) New Service Permits are required where taps or new connections to a water main are to be

made and new services are to be installed.

(b) Repair Permits are required where an existing service, whether on public or private

property, is to be altered, extended, repaired or renewed from the first valve to the building, or

fixtures or appurtenances added thereto or detached therefrom. When work is to be done to any

portion of a residential or commercial building domestic or fire protection water service line,

whether on public or private property from the first valve to the shut off valve inside the

building, up to and including the backflow preventer, the water service line and related

appurtenances shall meet the most current version of KC Water Rules and Regulations.

Residential and Commercial service(s) shall include proper taps connections on the water main

for all existing 3/4” and 1” water service lines. Commercial and Residential service (s) shall

include cutting in a minimum 6” tee and installing the proper isolation valves on the water main

for all existing 1-1/2” and larger water service lines. See section 3.04 for installation

requirements for tap services and section 3.05 for the installation requirements for branch

services. See sections 5.04 (c), 5.05 (c) and 8.04 (e)

(c) Backflow Permits are required on all new and existing commercial, industrial, fire protection

and lawn irrigation water service lines which are required to have approved backflow prevention

assemblies installed in the line.

(d) Kill Permits are required where an existing service that is to be abandoned or disconnected is

connected to a public main, whether on public or private property. The service that is to be

abandoned or disconnected shall be disconnected at the main, as determined by KC Water.

(e) Disconnect at Curb Permits are required when a building is being demolished and the

service line will be reused within one year. The service line shall be disconnected, cut and

capped, on the house side of the curb box or meter tile. See section 3.11 (c)

(f) Renewal of Expired Permits is required when the work has not been completed and

inspected on the water line at the expiration of the original permit (180 Days).


(g) Sewer Connections inspection fee shall be as specified in the Code of General Ordinances,

Kansas City, Missouri, Section 78.28.

1.03 No Work Prior to Permit Issuance No work in connection with the tapping of or

connection to any water main or the introduction of water into any premises (public or private)

shall be done, nor shall any water service line be altered, repaired, replaced, or extended without

prior issuance of a permit authorizing the performance of such work. Any work that has been

started or completed without first obtaining a permit for such work, shall have the fee specified

for such permit tripled. Connecting to a public water main without the water main being released

for connections or without obtaining a permit and paying the connection fees for such work, shall

have the permit and connection fees specified tripled. When the plumber must perform

emergency work during other than normal working hours, KC Water (Emergency Dispatch) shall

be notified by telephone at 816-513-1313 prior to the starting of such work and the plumber shall

secure the permit on the next regular working day. This provision shall not be construed as

permission to begin work without the required permits. See section 7.04 for inspection to be

performed during other than normal working hours.

1.04 Plumbers Not to Secure Permits for Others A Master Plumber's or Journeyman

Plumber's license is not transferable, and any Master Plumber shall subject himself to suspension

if he attempts or procures a water permit for the benefit of anyone other than himself. The Master

Plumber is responsible for all work done that is described under the permit issued.

1.05 Permits Not Transferable Permits are not transferable and are only valid for the applicant

to whom issued and for the job described thereon.

1.06 Expiration of Permits When a permit is issued the permit will be valid for one hundred

eighty (180) consecutive days. If the work has not been completed on the water line at the

expiration of the permit, the permit can be renewed for an additional one hundred eighty (180)

days by making a request in writing to the Water Service permit desk. If the work has not been

completed after one (1) year of issuance of the permit, a new permit will be required. Any work

abandoned during the one hundred eighty (180) day period or during the extended period will

require a new permit before commencing at one-half the fee of the original permit. Permit fees

for expired permits will not be refunded.

1.07 Permit Fees All permit fees, plan review fees, charges for connections to water mains,

meters, and meter setting will be paid by the applicant at the time of procuring the permit.

(a) Permit fees, sewer connections inspection fees and plan review fees shall be as specified in

the Code of General Ordinances, Kansas City, Missouri, Section 78.28, and shall not be

refundable.

(b) Charges for connections to water mains, meters and meter setting shall be in accordance with

the schedule of prices published by KC Water, at the current time. In the event that the permit is

not used, those charges shall be refunded.


1.08 Delinquent Permits No permits will be issued to anyone who is holding a delinquent

permit. A permit will be considered delinquent when any of the following criteria are met:

(a) Failure to rectify a rejection on inspections including final inspections occurring within one

year, subsequent the completion of work by the plumber.

(b) No permit shall be issued to a licensed master plumber that owes any fees or for a property

where monies are owed to KC Water until all accounts and fees are paid in full.

(c) Any unpaid job orders or other amounts owed to KC Water.

(d) Failure to return permit with required accurate as-built drawings two weeks after work is

completed.

1.09 Issuance of Permits KC Water shall issue Permits to qualified applicants only after all the

requirements are satisfied. Permits are issued subject to a city water main being directly opposite

the building to be served. Failure of the applicant or the property owner to pay a bill for services

rendered by the City shall be a basis for denial of further permits until such bill or bills is paid.

Persistent violation of the provision may be considered cause for revoking the Master Plumber's

license held by the offender. Property owners who fail to pay all applicable monthly charges and

fees on their accounts for water services to the property(s) may be cause for the water services to

be disconnected at the discretion of KC Water.

1.10 Qualifications of Applicants Applicants shall be prepared to show proof of qualification at

the time of application and shall procure permits for themselves and no other. Permits shall be

issued only to the following:

(a) A Master Plumber who may apply as a firm, partnership, or corporation. The term "Master

Plumber" as used herein shall be as defined in the Building Code.

(b) Licensed Automatic Fire Sprinkler Contractors (Class one or Class two) who are to install

fire protection systems only as described in the Building Code.

(c) Other water utilities or municipalities that purchase water from the City.

(d) Contractors who are performing work under City contract that required them to modify

existing water facilities may be issued permits for the work defined in the contract.

(e) Licensed Wrecking / Demolition Contractors may be issued kill permits for disconnecting

3/4" and 1” corporation taps only. Branch service line connections 1-1/2” and larger and spider

taps shall be disconnected from the water main by a Licensed Master Plumber. See section 3.12

(b)

1.11 Required Conditions Prior to receiving the permit, the applicant must perform the

following:


(a) Complete application and billing information form from permit desk.

(b) Obtain an excavation permit from Public Works, when required.

(c) Pay for permit and obtain receipt.

1.12 Required Procedure Each application for a permit shall be made in writing and shall be

signed by the applicant, as defined in Section 1.10, or their duly authorized agent for the licensed

master plumber; it shall state in precise terms the work to be done under the permit. In addition,

each application shall contain the following information:

(a) The name of the person for whom the work is to be performed or the owner of the property

served.

(b) The correct address and other legal description where work is to be performed. House

numbers must be assigned as approved by the City Planning and Development Department on

the building permit. Building permit must also be available, where applicable.

1.13 Plumber's Responsibility A Master Plumber, Wrecking Contractor or Fire Sprinkler

Contractor shall be responsible for any damage, defective workmanship performed or material

furnished for a period of one year from the date of the last approved inspection.

1.14 Permit Cancellation When a Master Plumber, Licensed Wrecking Contractor or Fire

Sprinkler Contractor is holding a permit in which no work will be done, the Master Plumber,

Licensed Wrecking Contractor or Fire Sprinkler Contractor must cancel the permit. This will be

accomplished by giving notice to KC Water by phone, fax, e-mail or U. S. mail. The Director of

KC Water shall be authorized to cancel for cause any permit issued.

1.15 As Built Drawings Two weeks after work is completed on any permit, that permit shall be

returned to the Permit Desk with an accurate drawing showing dimensions and locations of all

work performed. These drawings may be verified for accuracy by KC Water. Failure to do so

will result in the permit being considered a delinquent permit. Future permits shall not be issued

to a Licensed Master Plumber, Fire Sprinkler Contractor or Wrecking Contractor that is holding

a delinquent permit. See section 1.08

End of Section


SECTION 2.00 - WATER MAINS

2.01 Definition A Water Main is the water pipe, fittings, valves, boxes, and appurtenances installed as

an integral part of the distribution system, but not including hydrant assemblies and water service lines.

2.02 Classification of Mains Water Mains are classified functionally as Transmission (Feeder) Mains

and Distribution Mains. A further classification into City Mains and Private Mains is also made. These

mains are further described as follows:

(a) A Transmission Main is a water conduit that is used for the transportation of water from one part of

the water system to a more remote part. These mains are normally sixteen (16) inches in diameter and

larger, or as determined by KC Water.

(b) A Distribution Main is a water conduit that is connected between and from Transmission Mains and is

the principal means of supply for customers through a service line connection. These mains are normally

twelve (12) inches and smaller in diameter, or as determined by KC Water.

2.03 Connections to Water Mains Water service connections to Transmission Mains are not

permitted. Connections to Distribution Mains shall be made as provided in these rules and regulations,

"Section 3.00, Water Services."

2.04 Paralleling of Mains When a new City Main is laid paralleling an obsolete existing main,

connection between the new City Main and existing individual services will be made at the expense of the

party causing the work to be performed, as determined by KC Water, and the obsolete main will be

abandoned. This work will include any necessary extension or abandonment of existing services in

accordance with these Rules.

2.05 Operation of Public or City Mains Operation of mains, valves or other appurtenances shall be

performed only by KC Water Personnel. Requests by plumbers for the shutting down of mains shall be

made a reasonable time in advance, and shutdown will normally be performed during regular working

hours or at the discretion of KC Water unless a request stipulates otherwise. When shutdowns are made

for the benefit of the person making the request, they will be charged for this service on the basis of the

prevailing labor and equipment rates, as determined by KC Water.

2.06 System Operating Pressures The normal operating pressure in the KCMO Water Service

Department system can vary widely due to the size of the system and the topography of the service area.

The average static pressure is approximately 40 psi, with an expected minimum residual pressure of 20

psi.

End of Section


SECTION 3.00 - WATER SERVICES

3.01 Definition A Water Service is the piping and appurtenances installed from the water main to that

portion of the interior piping that is regulated by the Building Code. A yard hydrant and drinking fountain

shall be considered as a lawn irrigation system and shall be permitted as such.

3.02 Classification of Services and Requirements A meter shall be installed on all Domestic Tap

Service Lines and Branch Service Lines connected to a public water main. A backflow preventer shall be

installed on all lawn irrigations, yard hydrants, drinking fountains, commercial domestic and fire

protection water service lines that is connected to a public water main. Water service lines are classified

into two categories: Tap service Lines and Branch Service Lines. The components of Tap Service Line

are a corporation stop, copper pipe, HDPE pipe, curb stop and box, unmeasured flow reducer, meter,

meter yoke, meter stop valve, pressure reducing valve, and backflow preventer if required. The

components of Branch Service Line for water services are normally a tee, three (3) key operated gate

valves (that open in a clockwise direction), and two (2) solid sleeves installed on the main, a valve box,

pipe, meter, meter stop valves and drain connections complete with valves and bypass piping and

backflow. Branch Service lines shall be for domestic water service or private fire protection service in

accordance with the regulations herein stipulated. High Density Polyethylene (HDPE or PEX) pipe may

be installed five (5) feet after the meter to the building and shall be SDR 9 and meet AWWA C901 or

C904 regulations and copper tubing size (CTS) standards. High Density Polyethylene (HDPE or PEX)

pipe may be installed on lawn irrigations five (5) feet after the backflow. HDPE or Cross-Linked

Polyethylene (PEX) Type “A” pipe may be installed on water service lines up to and including two inches

in diameter.

3.03 General Installation Requirements All service lines shall conform to the following

requirements:

(a) Service line connections, curb box, and meters are to be installed within lines roughly parallel to the

footprint of the building foundation lines to be served. The curb box or roadway valve and the water

meter shall be located in front of the building to be served.

(b) Service lines are to run perpendicular to the main, from the main to the curb box. Service lines shall

not be installed parallel to the public right of way.

(c) Service lines shall be laid at least ten feet horizontally from any existing or proposed drain or sewer

line. Should local conditions prevent a lateral separation of ten feet, a water service line may be laid

closer than ten feet to a storm or sanitary sewer line, provided that the service line is laid in a separate

trench or on an undisturbed earth shelf located on one side of the sewer line and at such an elevation that

the bottom of the service line is at least eighteen inches above the top of the sewer line. When it is

impossible to obtain vertical or horizontal separation, the sewer line must be re-laid and constructed in

accordance with details for such sewer line crossings in the Standards and Specifications for Water Main

Extensions and Relocations published by KC Water, and shall be pressure-tested to assure water tightness

before backfilling.

(d) Where service lines must cross over sewers, storm drains, water, or gas lines, the service line must be

laid at such an elevation that the bottom of the service line is at least eighteen (18) inches above the top of

the sewer or other pipe. This vertical separation must be maintained for that portion of the service line

within ten feet horizontally of any sewer line that it crosses, said ten feet to be measured as the clearance

from the service line to the sewer.


(e) Service lines shall have a cover of not less than four (4) feet or more than five (5) feet, unless

obstructions require deeper excavation for clearance that is approved by KC Water.

(f) No service line will be less than 3/4 inches in diameter; a 3/4” service line shall serve only one

residential unit or commercial building. A 1” service line can serve a maximum of two residential units or

commercial buildings. Each residential unit or commercial building shall have a 1” curb stop installed and

shall be reduced to a 3/4” service line after the curb stop.

(g) No water service line will be less than 1-1/2” in diameter where three or more residential units or

Commercial building will be served by one domestic service line and meter.

See section 3.05 (b) for installation requirements for branch service lines.

(h) Distances between branch services shall be a minimum of five (5) feet, or as approved by KC Water.

(i) A state approved backflow preventer assembly is required on all commercial service lines, irrigation

systems, yard hydrants, drinking fountains, fire protection lines, private fire hydrants lines or other lines

constituting a potential cross connection to the public water supply. The backflow preventer for domestic

service lines shall be as manufactured by Flowmatic “RPZ” or approved equal. Check valves for all fire

protection service lines shall be Double Check Detector Assemblies as manufactured by Watts with

meters as manufactured by Schlumberger or approved equals. Fire protections systems that inject

chemicals shall have an RPZ (Reduced Pressure Zone) Detector Check backflow prevention device

installed. The Double Check Detector backflow preventer device meter shall be AMR compatible, the lids

for the meter tile shall be a composite material that is transparent to radio frequency transmission from the

KC Water automatic meter reading system. See sections 5.03 (j), 5.04 (c), 5.04 (d), 5.05 (c), 5.05 (d),

5.14, 6.07 and 8.04 (e)

(j) A lawn irrigation system, yard hydrant or drinking fountain cannot be tapped from inside a meter vault

or before the containment backflow preventer assembly.

(k) All double check assemblies required on lawn systems, yard hydrants and drinking fountains will be

installed in a separate approved meter pit, sized appropriately, i.e. a 2” backflow preventer requires a 2”

meter pit.

(l) Service lines shall serve only one lot or tract and shall not cross a separate lot or tract.

(m) Water connections for critical care or other facilities that require uninterrupted service shall be

designed to have two separate services from water mains in two separate streets whenever possible, so

that a water main shut down in one street will not interrupt service to the facility.

(n) Service lines for all fire sprinkler systems, or for domestic use on all multi floor buildings (three or

more floors), shall be designed to include private pumping systems necessary to properly maintain

adequate pressures in the service line, all floors of the building, and public mains at all times. See section

2.06.

(o) Branch service lines for fire sprinkler systems shall have a minimum connection of a 6” tee to the

public water main and may be reduced after the 6” shut off gate valve on the branch of the service line.

The fire protection service line shall be a minimum of a 4”, a minimum 4” shut off gate valve shall be

installed immediately as the service line enters inside the building. A minimum 4” Double Check

Detector backflow preventer shall be installed inside the building immediately after the building shutoff


gate valve or in a meter tile or pit on private property one foot inside the property line. The inlet valve on

the backflow assembly cannot serve as the building shut off valve. The Double Check Detector backflow

preventer device meter shall be AMR compatible, the lids for the meter tile shall be a composite material

that is transparent to radio frequency transmission from the KC Water automatic meter reading system.

See sections 3.03 (i), 5.03 (j), 5.04 (c), 5.04 (d), 5.05 (c), 5.05 (d) 5.14, 6.07 and 8.04 (e).

Note: Critical care Facilities and multi floor buildings (3 or more floors) shall be designed to include a

private pumping system on all domestic and fire protection service lines to properly maintain adequate

pressure at all times. Water main minimum pressure is 20 psi.

If it is determined that a private pumping system (booster pump) is not needed on the domestic and/or fire

protection service lines, a letter shall be signed and sealed and submitted by a Registered Professional

Engineer licensed in the state of Missouri listing the calculations and safety factor used in making the

determination. The letter shall be submitted to KC Water.


Water Flow Test Data Letter

Service lines for all fire protection / sprinkler systems shall be designed to properly maintain

adequate pressures and flows in the system at all times. See section 2.06. Applicant must submit

a separate letter with the following statement signed and sealed by a Professional Engineer,

registered with the Missouri Board for Professional Architects, Engineers and Land Surveyors.

“The water flow test data shown above are the values determined by testing on the date and time

indicated. Due to the daily and seasonal fluctuations inherent in the KCMO water supply, the

flow and pressure available at other times may be less. All users of this data are responsible to

apply an adjustment to the water flow test data where appropriate or as required by NFPA 13 and

any other applicable codes, standards, ordinances or engineering practice.

This form shall be signed by the responsible design professional and submitted with the project

design documents for permit application.

KCMO PROJECT # _______________________________________

KCMO PROJECT NAME ____________________________________

Address: _____________________________________________

NAME: ________________________________________________

MO P.E. LICENSE #_____________________________________

SIGNATURE: ___________________________________________

Note: Effective May 1, 2015, KC Water shall witness and oversee fire hydrant flow test by a

third party. The requester is responsible for hiring a third party to perform the test; flow test data

cannot be more than two (2) years old.


3.04 Installation Requirements for Tap Services All Tap Service Lines shall conform to the

following requirements:

(a) All tap service lines shall conform to the latest Federal Specification for Type K flexible copper tubing

and HDPE piping (see section 3.02). All tap service lines within 3’ of the water main shall be wrapped in

polyethylene encasement. Polyethylene encasement shall be as specified in the most recent version of the

Standards and Specifications for Water Main Extensions and Relocations as published by the Water

Service Department.

(b) The connection of the tap service line to the corporation stop shall be made by means of a dielectric

flared fitting or approved dielectric compression coupling, A.Y. McDonald 4755db, or approved equal.

(c) The line shall be laid with an expansion loop located as near to the corporation stop as possible. This

loop shall be in the form of a half S bend and be at least six (6) inches off the centerline of the run.

(d) No union shall be permitted between the corporation stop and the curb stop.

(e) Service lines installed in parallel in the same trench shall have a minimum of 5’ of separation.

(f) All new and existing tap service lines shall be fitted with a tee-headed curb stop located within one

foot behind the curb, or if there is no curb, on city property with prior approval of KC Water, and

opposite the tap connection. The curb stop shall be fitted with an approved extension rod that is twelve

inches long, and the top of the extension rod must be at least twelve inches below the top of the lid. Curb

stops shall be non-bleeder ball type with stops at both ends and without contact between metal parts,

utilizing Teflon coating on seals and "0" ring rubbers. The curb stop shall not require lubrication. Tee

head must turn 90 degrees counter clockwise for "on" position and when on, will be perpendicular to

curb. Curb stop shall be A.Y. McDonald 6100-22 or approved equal.

(g) Each curb stop must be fitted with a curb box. Curb boxes shall be of an approved material of uniform

strength and thickness and shall be made with two sections that will permit an adjustment of not less than

one foot in length so that the overall length can be varied from four to five feet. The lower section of the

box shall be white, have a minimum internal diameter of three (3) inches and have a closed base designed

to hold the curb stop in the center. Cast Iron boxes are required in driveways and sidewalks or any other

paved area. Curb boxes shall be a minimum of five (5) feet from service line valves. Curb box will be

Armor 110175-22 or approved equal.

(h) Each tap service line shall be fitted with a stop valve immediately on entering a building. The stop

valve shall be A.Y. McDonald 6001 or approved equal.

(i) Unless otherwise permitted, a pressure-reducing valve (PRV) will be installed in all tap service lines.

On outdoor meter sets, this PRV will be located on the house side of the stop valve. . The PRV shall be

designed to "fail open" and to permit draining of the system, and shall be Watts 25aubZ3 or approved

equal.

3.05 Installation Requirements for Branch Services All branch service lines shall conform to the

following requirements:

(a) Branch service lines two inches and smaller in diameter shall conform to the latest Federal

Specifications for Type K flexible copper tubing. Branch service lines larger than two inches shall be

ductile iron, wrapped in polyethylene, and in accordance with the latest revision of KC Water's Standards

and Specifications for Water Main Extensions. Only flared connections or compression couplings shall be


permitted on Copper Branch Service lines. No sweat fittings shall be permitted on any portion of a branch

service line.

(b) Branch service lines one-and-one-half inches and larger in diameter for domestic water services or fire

protection lines shall be connected to the main by cutting in a minimum 6” branch service tee, installing

three gate valves, and two solid sleeves on the main. Line valves on the main shall be the same nominal

size as the main. All buried valves shall turn clockwise to open and shall be in accordance with current

Standards and Specifications for Water Main Extensions as published by KC Water. However, at the

discretion of KC Water, cutting-in tees are not required for lawn irrigation, yard hydrants or drinking

fountain service lines.

(c) The valves on branch service line connections shall be fitted with a roadway box that conforms to

current Standards and Specifications for Water Main Extensions as published by KC Water. Valves shall

also be fitted with a valve base where necessary.

(d) All new and existing branch service lines shall be fitted with a stop valve immediately on entering

inside a building. The stop valve shall be a gate valve on all service lines over two (2) inches. Two inch

and less will be a ball type valve. When a backflow assembly is installed inside the building, the inlet

valve of the backflow assembly cannot serve as a stop valve. The backflow preventer must be installed on

the service line immediately upon entering the building after the stop valve. Where the backflow

preventer is an RPZ, there must be a floor drain located within twenty (20) feet of the device. Proper

material shall be maintained one foot past the backflow device, branch service lines larger than two inch

shall be ductile iron pipe, branch service lines two inch and smaller shall be type K copper or HDPE

meeting the requirements as outlined in section 3.02.

(e) Branch service lines for fire sprinkler systems shall have a minimum connection of a 6-inch

branch service tee to the public water main and may be reduced to a 4-inch after the 6-inch shut off

gate valve on the branch of the service line or one foot after the shut off gate valve and the double

check detector backflow preventer inside the building. The inlet valve on the backflow assembly

cannot serve as the building shut off valve. The Double Check Detector backflow preventer device

meter shall be AMR compatible, the lids for the meter tile shall be a composite material that is transparent

to radio frequency transmission from the KC Water automatic meter reading system. See sections 3.03 (i),

5.03 (j), 5.04 (c), 5.04 (d), 5.05 (c), 5.05 (d) 5.14, 6.07 and 8.04 (e).

(f) Branch service lines for private service mains supplying private fire hydrants shall have a minimum

connection of a 6-inch branch service tee to the public water main, shall have a minimum 6-inch full flow

fire meter and shall conform to the newest edition of NFPA 24 (National Fire Protection Association)

standards for installation of Private Fire Service Mains and Their Appurtenances.

(g) When a fire protection water service line will serve more than one new or existing building, a shutoff

gate valve (the same size as the service line, minimum being a 6-inch) shall be installed immediately as

the service line enters inside each building. A full flow fire meter and a double check backflow preventer

shall be installed on the fire protection service line.

3.06 Combination Service Lines Not Recommended:

Service lines to supply domestic water may be connected to a branch service line used for fire protection

only with advance permission of KC Water and only under the following conditions:


(a) A registered Professional Engineer licensed in the State of Missouri must certify that the water in the

service line will turn over every two days.

(b) An approved backflow assembly must be installed on both the Fire Protection and the domestic water

service lines. The fire protection backflow preventer shall be installed outside on private property in a

vault, the RPZ backflow preventer shall be installed on the domestic water service line immediately as the

service line enters inside the building after the building shut off valve. Both must be tested upon

installation. See section 6.10

(c) Connection shall be made on private property in a location having the prior approval of KC Water. A

minimum of a four inch gate valve shall be installed on the domestic branch service line tee off the fire

protection service line.

(d) Service lines for domestic water shall be considered either tap service piping or branch service piping

and shall be subject to the provisions of Section 3.03 and Section 3.04 or Section 3.05, whichever

governs.

(e) The combination service line shall have the meter pit located entirely on private property with the

exact location to be determined during the plan review process.

(f) A combination service line with one connection from the public main serving the domestic water

service and private fire hydrant(s) shall have a minimum 6-inch full flow fire meter installed. Immediately

after the meter a backflow prevention device shall be installed in a vault or in an above ground heated

enclosure at the Discretion of KC Water. Apartment buildings shall install an RPZ in an above ground

heated enclosure immediately after the full flow fire meter on private property.

See sections 5.04 (c), 5.05 (c) and 8.04 (e).

3.07 Temporary Services Temporary services will be permitted as stated in the Code of General

Ordinances, Kansas City, Missouri.

(a) A deposit will be required for temporary services, to be obtained by new permit application in writing

by the property owner. Disconnection and abandonment of temporary services shall be in accordance with

the rules herein set forth; failure to abide by these rules will result in forfeiture of all deposits.

3.08 Partial Services When a service line is installed for future use, it shall be installed past the curb

stop, water meter and backflow preventer; the service line may be plugged or capped five feet past the

backflow preventer device. A repair permit will be required to complete the service line.

3.09 Dual Domestic Services A dual domestic service line is a corporation service having one

connection to the main and branching on Public Property before entrance to a single building. Dual

domestic service piping must meet the following requirement:

(a) The Single Building to be served shall be a duplex, an apartment, or separately leased property.

(b) Minimum tap on the public water main will be one (1) inch and each branch service shall be a 3/4-

inch copper service line after the curb stop. (c) Each branch service line shall require a separate permit.

(d) Each branch service line shall have a separate 1-inch curb stop. The curb box shall be located directly

in front of the building to be served.


(e) Distances between branch service line shall be a minimum of five (5) feet, or as approved by KC

Water.

(f) Each branch service line shall have a separate meter, which will be marked by the plumber showing

which meter goes to which unit.

(g) The main connection for dual domestic services shall be either center of two curb stops or opposite

one of the curb stops.

3.10 Maintenance of Services KC Water shall maintain all service lines from the main to and

including the first valve, but not the house side connection thereto. On tap service lines the first valve is

the curb stop. The owner shall maintain the service line after the first valve to assure a safe potable water

supply and in a structural condition that will permit KC Water employees to perform normally assigned

duties. Maintenance of meter tiles and pits shall be the responsibility of the property owner and in

accordance with Section 5.05 and 5.06. Maintenance of service lines in suburban areas shall be in

accordance with Section 3.15. See sections 5.04 (c), 5.05 (c) and 8.04 (e).

Repairs to any section of the water service line shall be performed in an approved manner using approved

materials. An insulating bushing (dielectric coupling) shall be used when a new copper service line is

connected to an existing service line other than copper. All water service lines repairs and related

appurtenances shall meet the most current version of KC Water Rules and Regulations.

When the existing water meter is inside a commercial building and a repair permit is obtained to make

repairs to any portion of the water service line whether on public or private property the meter shall be

relocated outside in a meter tile or pit on private property at the time the service line is repaired.

When the existing water meter is inside a residential home and a repair permit is obtained to make repairs

to replace the entire service line from the curb stop to the stop and waste valve inside the building the

water meter shall be relocated outside in a meter tile or pit on private property, one foot inside the

property line. The water meter may remain inside the home on minor service line repairs.

If a disconnect at the curb permit is obtained for a residential or commercial water service line that is

being retained and will be reused within one (1) year, the water meter shall be relocated outside in a meter

tile or pit on private property, one foot inside the property line at the time the service line is disconnected.

Please see sections 5.05 and 5.07.

3.11 Abandonment of Services - General Service lines may be disconnected at the main, under the

provisions of Section 78-23 of the Code of General Ordinances, Kansas City, Missouri. In addition to

these provisions, service lines shall be disconnected at the main, curb box or meter tile at the discretion of

the KC Water in the event of building demolition or alteration. Abandonment of services shall be

performed under a Kill or a Disconnect Permit in the following manner:

(a) On tap service connections, the corporation stop shall be uncovered, the corporation stop turned off,

the service line disconnected, and the threads cut off of the corporation. All curb boxes, meter tiles and

backflow preventer vaults whether on public or private property, shall have all rings, covers, and lids

removed, wall casings removed or broken down to a minimum of one foot below grade. The backflow

vault shall be backfilled with sand, clean fill or an approved material.

(b) On branch service connections, the abandonment shall be performed in a manner specified by KC

Water. Service lines shall be exposed at the main and KC Water called for an inspection. At this point the

KC Water will advise either how to kill, or take over the kill. Normally the Licensed Master Plumber will


be required to remove any tee or tap and associated valves and install a section of ductile iron pipe and

solid sleeves in accordance with the Standards and Specifications for Water Main Extensions as published

by KC Water.

(c) On tap service line connections being abandon when a building is being demolished and the owner

will reuse the service line within one (1) year, the service line shall be type K copper from the water main

to the curb box and from the curb box five (5) feet after the meter tile. The service line shall be

disconnected, cut and capped using mechanical fittings on the house side of the curb box or meter tile. If a

curb box does not exist, one shall be provided by the Plumber at the time the service is disconnected. On

Branch service line connections, disconnects shall be performed in a manner as specified by the Water

Service Department. Plumbers shall call KC Water for an inspection prior to backfilling. A Wrecking

Contractor will not receive a clearance from KC Water to receive a demolition (demo) permit from City

Planning and Development until the inspection has passed.

3.12 Abandonment of Services for Building Demolition When a building is to be razed or moved,

all unnecessary services to the premises shall be abandoned in accordance with the following:

(a) A Master Plumber or Licensed Wrecking Contractor shall procure a Kill permit for each service to be

abandoned and shall perform all work necessary to abandon tap services.

(b) The Master Plumber or Licensed Wrecking Contractor shall be responsible for the excavating and

backfilling of all holes and repair of street cuts.

(c) On tap services, the Master Plumber or Licensed Wrecking Contractor shall perform the work of

cutting off corporation stop threads, break down and backfill of the curb box, meter tile and of backflow

preventer vaults. Inspection by KC Water shall be made before backfilling.

(d) When branch services are to be abandoned, the Master Plumber will be informed at the time of

application for Permit the manner in which the service is to be abandoned and the disposition of the meter

pit. If KC Water chooses to salvage the tapping valve or other fittings, the operation of mains, and the

disconnecting and plugging shall be performed by KC Water at its own expense, and the Plumber shall

perform all other work the same as in abandonment of tap service.

3.13 Reuse of Service Where a building is razed or moved, a copper, cast iron or ductile iron service

line to a property may remain connected to the water main for a period of one year. The owner must sign

the Water Services Retainer application agreeing to the terms of the application and must place a cash

deposit with KC Water equivalent to the cost to disconnect the service line at the water main and cover

monthly service fees for water, storm water, sewer and other applicable monthly charges for one year.

The owner shall hire a Licensed Master Plumber to obtain permit to disconnect the service line in

accordance to section 3.11(c) of these regulations.

The deposit shall be refunded if the service line is reused within the one year period and if there are no

water, storm water, sewer or other applicable monthly service charges due on the water account. Failure

to pay all applicable monthly charges and fees shall result in said amount being deducted from the water

service line retainer deposit and shall not be refunded. If the service line is not reused in the time period

provided, the deposit shall be forfeited. In addition to the forfeit of this deposit the owner is subject to pay

additional fees related to disconnecting the service line at the water main in accordance with section 78-

23 of City Code. Reconnection of the water service will be done in accordance with section 1.02 and

section 3.14.


3.14 Abandonment of Services for Building Alterations When a building is to be altered, any

service abandonment shall be considered the same as the abandonment for building demolition and all

provisions of Section 3.12, as stated herein are applied.

3.15 Reconnection of Services A Licensed Master Plumber shall apply and obtain a repair permit to

reconnect to the existing service line. Reconnection of the service line shall be brought up to current

standards and specification in accordance with KC Water Rules and Regulations. Where a curb box does

not exist on an existing service line one shall be provided and installed by the plumber.

On all existing commercial water service lines where a water meter is installed inside the building, the

water meter shall be relocated outside in a meter tile or pit when a permit is obtained to reconnect the

service line. Please see sections 5.06 and 5.07

When a plumber is required to repair services which have been disconnected or turned off at the

corporation stop by KC Water, after reconnection, he shall leave the water off at the curb stop. Where the

threads on the corporation stop have been cut off, a new service line, new service permit, and tap will be

required and the water meter shall be installed outside in a meter tile or pit. Street repair is the

responsibility of the plumber. See sections 5.04 (c), 5.05 (c) and 8.04 (e).

3.16 Reuse of an Existing Water Service Line When an existing building is being renovated, is

being changed in use or occupancy, or is undergoing a building addition, and the existing water service

line(s) will be reused, the water service line(s) and related appurtenances shall meet the most current

version of KC Water Rules and Regulations.

3.17 Service Lines in Suburban Areas All service lines connected to mains of the distribution

system serving customers outside the City Limits and areas where the Building Code does not apply shall

be in accordance with these established Regulations.

3.18 Relocation of Water Service Lines Relocation and replacement of water service lines between

the main and the curb box or meter tile shall be in accordance with Section 8.04 of these Regulations.

3.19 Water Service Lines crossing or near KC Streetcar Service lines (branch or tap) that will

cross under or will be within the same right-of-way corridor as the KC Streetcar tracks shall follow the

same standards and requirements that are outlined in the KC Streetcar plans and specifications for water

mains and service lines. Many of these requirements are related to re-establishment of the cathodic

protection in the area of the streetcar tracks.

End of Section


SECTION 4.00 – TAPPING AND CONNECTING

4.01 Classification of Taps and Connections Connections are classified as corporation taps and

branch service connections.

(a) A corporation tap is the cutting of threads directly on the wall of the water main and the insertion of a

corporation stop.

(b) A branch service connection is made by cutting in a tee, installing three gate valves (that open in a

clockwise direction) and two solid sleeves. This work is to be performed and materials will be furnished

by the Master Plumber. See Appendix for typical drawings

(c) For lawn irrigation systems only, a connection to the main may be made by installing a tapping sleeve

and valve, at the discretion of KC Water.

4.02 General Requirements for Taps All taps shall be subject to the following requirements:

(a) Only KC Water shall perform tapping of water mains.

(b) Branch service tees will be cut in by a Licensed Master Plumber, with approval and inspection by KC

Water.

(c) Taps/Tees shall be located within lines roughly parallel to the footprint of the building to be served.

Addresses should be posted in the hole, or taps connections will not be made. If the water service line

connection cannot be installed to meet this requirement please call the KC Water Permits section at 816-

513-2174 to request a variance.

(d) Taps / Tees shall be installed on the side of the main that will enable the curb box to be one foot in

back of the curb and the service line shall run in a straight line to the curb box or roadway valve from the

curb box or roadway valve to the water meter.

If the water service line connection cannot be installed to meet this requirement please call the KC Water

Permits section at 816-513-2174 to request a variance.

(e) Responsibility for excavation, protection of excavation, and backfilling shall be with the Master

Plumber named on the permit. The Master Plumber shall also be responsible for the condition of the

excavation relative to the ease of entry / exit and the safety of the Tapper or other workers.

(f) Excavations must be free of water and debris so that the tapper and inspector can perform their tasks

without delay. A bed of gravel etc. may be required when standing water is present.

(g) Any polyethylene encasement damaged during a tap or connection must be replaced, and all new work

must be encased in accordance with the Standards and Specifications for Water Main Extensions as

published by KC Water. On copper service lines all portions within 3’ of the water main must be

polyethylene encased.

4.03 Requirements for Corporation Taps Corporation taps shall be subject to the following

requirements:

(a) No corporation tap shall be larger than one inch in diameter.


(b) Corporation taps shall be made so that the corporation stop is inserted at approximately 45 degree on

the top quadrant of the main.

(c) If corporation taps cannot be made in accordance with paragraph (b) above because of obstructions or

conditions which cannot be changed, the manner in which the tap is to be made will be determined by KC

Water. Please call the KC Water Permits section at 816-513-2174 to request a variance.

(d) Manifold or "spider" connections will not be permitted.

(e) A corporation tap shall not be closer than eighteen (18) inches to a bell, spigot, another tap, valve,

blow-off, or tee or any other fitting.

(f) Excavation shall be a minimum of 3-1/2 feet by 4-1/2 feet and the main must be uncovered entirely

around. Tunneling to provide access for tap is not acceptable.

(g) Any polyethylene encasement damaged during a tap or connection must be replaced, and all new work

within 3’ of the water main must be polyethylene encased in accordance with the Standards and

Specifications for Water Main Extensions as published by KC Water.

4.04 Requirements for Branch Service Connections Branch service connections shall be subject to

the following requirements: These requirements apply to all branch service connections for domestic and

fire protection water services. Additionally all work shall be in accordance with the Standards and

Specifications for Water Main Extensions and Relocations.

(a) On all service piping 1-1/2-inch and larger a minimum of a 6-inch branch service tee shall be installed

in the main with three gate valves and two solid sleeves, and a reducer thereto shall effect the connection.

(b) Branch service connections shall not be made closer than eighteen (18) inches from the bell end of the

pipe or three feet from the spigot end. The minimum distance between tees and valves shall be as shown

in the Appendix.

(c) The excavation for a branch service tap, allowed for lawn irrigation systems only at the discretion of

KC Water, shall extend a minimum of 6-1/2 feet from the face of the main, and the main shall have

eighteen (18) inches of clearance all around as illustrated in the Appendix.

(d) All branch service connections larger than 1 inch shall be provided with backing blocks or otherwise

restrained in accordance with the Standards and Specifications for Water Main Extensions as published

by KC Water.

(e) All branch service valves shall be provided with a block support, at least ten (10) inches square and

two (2) inches thick, placed on a center line with the valve stem. Supporting blocks are to have good

bearing on undisturbed soil. The supporting blocking under the branch service valves is to be left

permanently by the plumber. The cost of repairing failures of branch service valves found without

supporting blocks shall be charged to the plumber under whose permit the subject work was done.

4.05 Requirements for Branch Service Taps Branch service taps shall be subject to the following

requirements. They are allowed only for lawn irrigation systems at the discretion of KC Water:


(a) On all service lines larger than 1-inch up to and including 6-inch, a 6-inch branch service tee shall be

made and a reducer thereto shall effect connection.

(b) Branch taps shall not be made closer than eighteen (18) inches from the bell end of the pipe or three

feet from the spigot end. The minimum distance between taps from face to face of sleeve shall be as

shown in the Appendix.

(c) The excavation for a branch tap shall extend 6-1/2 feet from the face of the main, and the main shall

have eighteen (18) inches of clearance all around as illustrated in the Appendix.

(d) All branch service line tee connections 6-inch and larger shall be provided with backing blocks or

otherwise restrained in accordance with the Standards and Specifications for Water Main Extensions as

published by KC Water.

(e) The tapping valve on each branch tap shall be provided with a block support, at least ten (10) inches

square and two (2) inches thick, placed on a center line with the valve stem. Supporting blocks are to have

good bearing on undisturbed soil. The supporting blocking under the tapping valve is to be left

permanently by the plumber. The cost of repairing failures of tapping sleeves and valves found without

supporting blocks shall be charged to the plumber under whose permit the subject work was done.

4.06 Requests for Taps The Plumber shall notify KC Water in sufficient time to schedule a tap or

connection. Connections will be scheduled at the sole discretion of KC Water. The supervisor of Meter

Field Services may authorize taps by plumbers. The Plumber must call before 1:00 P.M. for a same day

tap. If tapping limit has been reached, tap will be scheduled for the following workday.

4.07 Request for Water Main Shuts Water main shuts for cutting in a branch service tee must be

scheduled with a KC Water supervisor based on availability and will not normally be made on Friday.

The Plumber shall notify the Permit Desk a minimum of seven working days prior to needing the water

main shut.

4.08 Tapping Charges and Connection Fees Tapping charges and connection fees shall be in

accordance with the current price schedule specified as published by KC Water.

End of Section


SECTION 5.00 - METER SETS

5.01 Definition A meter set is an assembly connected in the service line which consists of a meter,

valves and a bypass where specified and receptacles where necessary.

5.02 Location of Meter Sets All commercial water meters shall be set outside on private property. See

sections 5.04 (c), 5.05 (c) and 8.04 (e).

Notice: on all existing commercial water service lines with an inside meter set, the water meter shall

be relocated outside in a meter tile or pit when an existing water service line, whether on public or

private property has been or is to be altered, extended, repaired or renewed from the first valve to the

building, or fixtures or appurtenances added thereto or detached therefrom when an repair permit is

obtained.

Where work has been completed without obtaining proper permit(s) and/ or the water meter has been

tampered with, in addition to paying triple the permit fee the water meter shall be relocated outside

on private property. The cost of relocating the water meter shall be paid by the owner of the property.

Please see sections 1.01, 1.02, 1.03, 1.09, 5.02, 5.04 (c), 5.05 (c) and 8.04 (e).

5.03 General Requirements for Meter Sets All meter sets shall conform to the following

requirements:

(a) All new water meters shall be located outside on private property, a minimum of one (1) foot inside

the property line and five (5) feet from the building in an approved non-hazardous place and accessibility

shall be maintained at all times.

(b) All meters shall be set in a horizontal position.

(c) The meter size shall be based on the expected actual demand calculated according to the fixture value

method as described in the most recent edition of the Uniform Plumbing Code or International Building

Code. Detailed meter sizing calculations shall be included with the permit application for any proposed

water meter 2 inches or larger. Meter sizing calculations shall be stamped by a registered professional

engineer licensed in the State of Missouri. Under no circumstance will the meter size be greater than the

service line size connection to the water main.

(d) Meter sets for meters 1-1/2 inch and larger will require a bypass with a sealed and lockable bypass

valve. On 1-1/2 and 2 inch services, the bypass may be reduced to a minimum of 1 inch. Valves on these

reduced bypasses may be other than O. S. & Y. type.

(e) Meter sets for meters 1-1/2 inch and larger will require a flexible coupling installed on the house side

of the meter between the meter and isolating valve. Flexible couplings shall be in accordance with KC

Water Specifications. 1-1/2 and 2 inch prefabricated set-ups may be excluded.

(f) The Master Plumber shall furnish and install all pipe, fittings, and valves necessary for the meter set,

in accordance with the appropriate specifications and as illustrated in the Appendix.

(g) KC Water shall install meters and charges shall be made in accordance with the Code of General

Ordinances, Kansas City, Missouri, Section 78-6.

(h) Water shall not be provided for construction purposes prior to the setting of the water meter and

opening an account for the billing of the water. Failure to go on the account and have a water meter


installed will result in a curb box lock being installed on the water service line by KC Water. Service fees

may be applied for the installation and removal of the curb box locking device.

(i) All full flow fire meters will be purchased from KC Water. A full flow fire meter will be required at

the discretion of KC Water on fire protection lines; fire protection service lines that serve more than one

building, or combination service lines 6 inches and larger that have fire hydrants connected to them. The

meter shall be a minimum of 6 inches and shall have a side arm. The flexible coupling shall be installed

on the outlet side of the full flow fire meter. The full flow fire meter cannot be bolted directly to the

valves of the meter set. A spool piece is required between the full flow fire meter and valve. Meter lids

shall be off the meter vault prior to the full flow fire meter being set. The plumber shall be on site.

(j) On fire protection service lines that are not required to have a full flow fire meter, the Double Check

Detector and RPZ Detector Check backflow assembly device meters shall be monitored to determine if

water usage occurs, and if in the opinion of KC Water there are excessive occurrences or volumes of

water usage, installation of a full flow fire meter will be required. See sections 5.04 (c), 5.04 (c), 5.04 (d),

5.05 (d), 6.07 and section 8.04 (e).

(k) When a fire protection or combination water service line serves an apartment building(s) and have

private fire hydrant(s) a full flow fire meter shall be installed; an RPZ backflow preventer, the same size

as the water service line (minimum of 6 inches) shall be installed in an above ground heated enclosure

immediately after the full flow fire meter.

5.04 Meter Sets - Small Meters All outdoor meter sets for meters one inch and smaller shall conform

to the following requirements:

(a) Meter sets shall be place on private property within the foot print of the building. The meter set shall

be placed at least one (1) foot inside the property line and at least five (5) feet from the building,

immediately after the curb box at such a location as to prevent an accumulation of water within the tile,

and provide full accessibility. A water meter shall not be installed in a parking garage or driveways.

(b) Meters shall be set in a tile or pit and in the arrangement as shown in the Appendix. The meter tile

shall be made of white PVC or other ribbed polymer pipe, approved by KC Water. In addition each meter

set shall include an unmeasured flow reducer attached to the meter yoke. The unmeasured flow reducer

shall be as manufactured by ARI Flow Control Accessories or approved equal.

(c) Lids for meter tiles, including Double Check Detector backflow preventer device check meters

shall be a composite material that is transparent to radio frequency transmission from the KC Water

automatic meter reading system. Rings for lids shall be cast iron. Both lids and rings shall be able to

withstand temperature ranges of -40 F to 120 F and bright sunlight without deleterious effects. Lids shall

lock into their ring to deter unauthorized removal. The locking mechanism shall be operated by a standard

5/8 inch or ¾ inch bronze pentagon bolt. Lids shall have mounting standoffs on the underside of the lid

spaced and predrilled for mounting a Hexagram meter transmitting unit. All lids and rings shall be rated

for H20 traffic loads. Lids shall be Nicor 20.25 KCMH Star Type TG or Nicor 21.25 P KCMH Type TF,

or approved equal. Rings shall be A.Y. McDonald 74M24, 74M36, or Clay & Bailey 2215 or approved

equal.

(d) KC Water will perform maintenance and testing of meters. All meter tiles and pits are the property of

and shall be maintained by the owner. All meters shall be installed with an approved remote automatic

meter reading device (AMR) including Double Check Detector backflow preventer device check meters.

KC Water will install the remote AMR device with the water meter. In the case of extremely complex

plumbing, conduit and a fish wire may be required to be installed by the consumer to facilitate the


installation of the remote AMR device. KC Water will assume normal maintenance of the remote AMR

device. Meters and remote reading devices are not transferable to another address, and shall remain on the

building where originally installed. Only KC Water Personnel are authorized to move an AMR.

5.05 Meter Sets - Large Meters All outdoor meter sets for meters 1-1/2 inch and larger shall conform

to the following requirements:

(a) Meter sets shall be place on private property within the foot print of the building. The meter set shall

be placed at least one (1) foot within the property line and at least five (5) feet from the building at such a

location as to prevent an accumulation of water within the tile. A water meter shall not be set in a parking

garage.

(b) They must be in a location near a driveway or turnout and be accessible to KC Water vehicles and

personnel. Location of meter shall be such that KC Water personnel cannot damage lawns, shrubs, or

other property nor interfere with the consumer's normal course of business, nor is a hazard to consumer

and department's personnel.

(c) Meters one and one-half inches and larger in size shall be provided with a bypass connection with a

sealed lockable OS&Y valve and set in a pit. The valve on the bypass does not have to be a 0S&Y when

using a prefabricated meter set (see Appendix). Pit and materials for meter set shall be as illustrated in

Appendix. One of the lids for large meter pits shall be a composite material that is transparent to radio

frequency transmission from the KC Water automatic meter reading system. Rings for lids shall be cast

iron. Both lids and rings shall be able to withstand temperature ranges of -40 F to 120 F and bright

sunlight without deleterious effects. Lids shall lock into their ring to deter unauthorized removal. The

locking mechanism shall be operated by a standard 5/8 inch or ¾ inch bronze pentagon bolt. Lids shall

have mounting standoffs on the underside of the lid spaced and predrilled for mounting a Hexagram meter

transmitting unit. All lids and rings shall be rated for H20 traffic loads. Lids shall be Nicor 20.25 KCMH

Star Type TG or Nicor 21.25 P KCMH Type TF, or approved equal. Rings shall be A.Y. McDonald

74M24, 74M36, or Clay & Bailey 2215 or approved equal.

(d) KC Water will perform maintenance and testing of meters. Meter pits are the property of and shall be

maintained by the owner. If a repair to the meter pit is required it will be brought up to current standards

by the owner. All meters, including Double Check Detector and RPZ Detector Check backflow

prevention device check meters, shall be installed with an approved remote automatic meter reading

device (AMR). KC Water will install the remote AMR device with the water meter. In the case of

extremely complex plumbing, conduit and a fish wire may be required to be installed by the consumer to

facilitate the installation of the remote AMR device. KC Water will assume normal maintenance of the

remote AMR device. Meters and remote reading devices are not transferable to another address, and shall

remain on the building where originally installed. Only KC Water Personnel are authorized to move an

AMR.

5.06 Permission for Meter Sets Where these regulations state that written permission for setting

meters must be obtained from KC Water, request for this permission is to be made in the following

manner:

(a) Request shall be made by a letter from the owner of the property where the meter is to be set. This

letter shall state that the owner is familiar with the requirements of KC Water Regulations Section 5.05

and 5.07, whichever applies; and that the owner and his tenants shall observe and enforce these

regulations.


(b) Each letter of request shall be accompanied by two prints of an architectural drawing which shows the

meter locations, the details of the meter set, and any other information that is necessary to determine the

acceptability of the meter set.

5.07 Meters All meters, including full fire flow meters, will be furnished by KC Water and shall remain

City property. The price charged for meters and setting will be KC Water's cost in accordance with the

Code of General Ordinances, Kansas City, Missouri, Section 78.25. See sections 5.04 (c), 5.05 (c) and

8.04 (e).

5.08 Meter Sets for Serving Other Water Utilities When meters are set for serving other water

utilities, they shall conform to all requirements herein set forth; and in addition, they shall include an

approved backflow assembly installed on the consumer side of the meter.

5.09 Request for Meter Bypasses Where a customer on a commercial rate desires a valve bypass

around an existing meter, he may request permission for a bypass from KC Water. Request shall be made

in writing and shall clearly state the reason for the need of such a connection. All bypasses shall:

(a) be installed at the expense of the customer under a Repair Permit.

(b) be installed in accordance with the appropriate specifications as illustrated in the Appendix

(c) be internal bypasses.

(d) be visibly lockable by means approved by KC Water

5.10 Charges for Exchange of Meters Whenever it is necessary to exchange an existing meter for

one of different size, the authorization for such action will be given in writing by KC Water. Charges

from exchanging meters shall be made as follows:

(a) When it is necessary to modify the existing meter set to accommodate a different size meter, such

work shall be done under a Repair Permit and all costs shall be paid by the customer.

5.11 Relocation of Meter Tiles and Pits The relocation of meter tiles and pits shall be performed in

accordance with Section 8.04 of these Regulations.

5.12 Inside Meter Set Relocation Requirement Existing inside meters on commercial water service

lines shall be relocated outside in a meter tile or pit when an existing water service line, whether on public

or private property, is to be altered, extended, repaired or renewed from the first valve to the building, or

fixtures or appurtenances added thereto or detached therefrom. Please see sections 5.03, 5.04 and 5.05 for

additional requirements.

5.13 Meter Tile Location example If the existing right-of-way width equals 50 feet and the street

width is 28 feet back of curb to back of curb, then the center of the meter tile shall be located 13 feet

behind the curb and the top of the lid shall be 3 inches above the top of curb (2% cross slope).

5.14 Double Check Detector and RPZ Detector Check Meters Double Check Detectors and RPZ

Detector Check backflow preventer device check meters shall be AMR compatible. An RPZ Detector

Check backflow assembly shall not be installed in a meter tile. A Double Check Detector backflow

preventer device meter lids shall be a composite material that is transparent to radio frequency


transmission from the KC Water automatic meter reading system. See sections 3.03 (i), 5.03 (j), 5.04 (c),

5.04 (d), 5.04 (c), 5.05 (d), 6.07 and 8.04 (e).

End of Section


SECTION 6.00 – BACKFLOW REQUIREMENTS

6.00 Backflow Preventer Test Requirements Backflow preventers are required by the Missouri

Department of Natural Resources and KC Water. A backflow preventer shall be installed on all

commercial, domestic, fire protection and lawn irrigation water service lines to protect the public water

system from introduction of contaminants by backflow. A backflow preventer shall be installed and tested

at the time of construction or installation and shall remain in working order. To ensure the backflow

assembly remains in working order the customer shall have the backflow preventer inspected and tested

annually by a certified backflow preventer assembly tester. Failure to do so shall be cause for the water

service to be turned off at the discretion of KC Water. See section 6.10

6.01 Definition of Commercial Construction for Backflow Prevention Whenever more than two

residential units are served by one service line connection to the public main, such units shall be

considered commercial construction for purposes of determining whether a backflow device will be

required. Any non-residential building is also considered commercial construction for these purposes.

6.02 Placement of Backflow Prevention Devices Any backflow prevention device installed inside a

building must be installed on the service line immediately upon entrance into the building after the shut

off valve. Branch service lines over two (2) inches shall be ductile iron pipe (DIP), service lines two (2)

inch and smaller shall be type K copper one (1) foot on the outlet side of the backflow preventer device.

A backflow prevention device shall not be set higher than four (4) feet to center of connection above the

floor when the service line enters through the wall. See section 6.11

6.03 Backflow Requirements for Commercial Domestic Water Service Lines A RPZ (Reduced

Pressure Zone) backflow prevention device shall be installed on all commercial buildings domestic water

service lines, the backflow preventer shall be the same size as the service line. See section 6.11.

6.04 Placement of RPZ Backflow Prevention Devices A RPZ (Reduced Pressure Zone) backflow

prevention device installed on a domestic service line inside a building must be installed on the service

line immediately upon entrance to the building, after the shutoff valve and meter, prior to any tees,

strainers or appurtenances and shall have an appropriately sized and adequate floor drain within twenty

feet. Drain must allow gravity flow without the use of sump pumps. The building shut off valve and RPZ

backflow preventer shall be the same size as the connection on the water main.

6.05 Enclosure Requirements for RPZ Backflow Preventers When an RPZ (Reduced Pressure

Zone) backflow prevention device is installed outside, it must be placed in an above ground heated

enclosure.

6.06 Backflow Requirements for Full Flow Fire Meters Service lines with Full Flow Fire meters

that serve both domestic water and private fire hydrant(s) shall have a minimum 6-inch backflow

prevention device installed immediately after the full flow fire meter in a vault or in an above ground

heated enclosure at the discretion of KC Water. Apartment buildings shall install an RPZ backflow

preventer in an above ground heated enclosure immediately after the full flow fire meter on private

property. See sections 3.06 (f), 5.03(k) and 6.11.

6.07 Backflow Requirements for Fire Protection Service Lines A minimum of a 4-inch Double

Check Detector Assembly backflow prevention device with meter shall be installed on all fire protection

service lines including fire sprinkler systems for residential homes. The Double Check Detector backflow

preventer device meter shall be AMR compatible, the lids for the meter tile shall be shall be a composite


material that is transparent to radio frequency transmission from the KC Water automatic meter reading

system. A minimum 4-inch RPZ Detector Check backflow prevention device shall be installed on all fire

protection service lines that have a glycol loop or using chemicals. A Floor drain shall be installed within

twenty feet of the RPZ Detector Check backflow, the drain must allow gravity flow without the use of

sump pumps. The RPZ Detector Check backflow preventer device meter shall be AMR compatible. See

sections 3.03 (i), 3.03 (o), 3.05 (e), 5.03 (j), 5.04 (c), 5.04 (c), 5.04 (d), 5.05 (d), 5.14, 6.11and section

8.04 (e).

6.08 Backflow Requirements for Lawn Irrigation Systems A double-check backflow prevention

device shall be installed on all lawn irrigation services that do not use chemicals. New installation of

backflow prevention devices on lawn irrigation systems requires a meter type vault. No green boxes will

be accepted. The backflow device should be installed in the horizontal position with the test cock up. All

piping from the main to the backflow device must be type K copper or ductile iron pipe (DIP) in

accordance with these Rules. Lawn irrigations services that inject chemicals shall have a RPZ (Reduced

Pressure Zone) backflow prevention device installed, the backflow preventer device shall be the same size

as the service line. See section 6.05 for requirements, also see section 6.11

6.09 Backflow Requirements for Existing Commercial Domestic and Fire Protection

Service Lines Where an existing building is being renovated or if there is a change in use of the

building, a backflow prevention device shall be installed on the domestic and fire protection service lines

if one do not exist. A shut off valve shall be installed on the domestic and fire protection service line

immediately as the service line enters into the building prior to the backflow prevention device or any

appurtenances. The building shut off valve and the backflow preventer device shall be the same size as

the service line size that enters inside the building.

6.10 Testing of Backflow Prevention Devices Any new backflow prevention device must be tested

by a certified backflow tester. The test must be submitted to KC Water’s backflow office within five (5)

days of installation. The domestic, fire protection and lawn irrigation backflow preventers shall be

inspected and tested annually by a certified backflow tester and the test reports shall be submitted to the

KC Water backflow office within thirty (30) days of the inspection and test.

6.11 Approved Backflow Prevention Devices All backflow prevention devices must be State

Approved. The backflow preventer for domestic commercial services shall be as manufactured by

Flowmatic “RPZ” or approved equal. All fire protection services shall have a Double Check Detector

Assembly as manufactured by Watts with meters as manufactured by Schlumberger or approved equals.

On fire protection and domestic water service lines the building shut off valve and backflow preventer

shall be the same size as the connection on the water main and the service line size shall be maintained to

the shut off valve and backflow preventer inside the building. If the backflow preventer is installed inside

the building a reducer may be applied one foot past the outlet side of the backflow preventer.

6.12 Removal and Break Down of Backflow Vaults All backflow preventer vaults whether on

public are private property shall be removed or broken down to a minimum of one foot below grade and

backfilled to grade with sand, clean fill or approved material.

End of Section


SECTION 7.00 – INSPECTION

7.00 Water Service Lines Inspection Requirements All new water service line installation or

water service line repairs shall be inspected by a KC Water Inspector or Servicer. Water service

lines that are backfilled without an inspection shall be uncovered for inspection at the expense of

the licensed master plumber that obtained the permit, and at the discretion of KC Water.

7.01 Definition of Inspection An inspection is an investigation and review by the City of work

performed by others under a permit by KC Water, and which is evidenced by a certificate of

inspection.

7.02 When Required Inspections are required on all work performed under a KC Water permit.

7.03 Scope of Inspection The entire work as described on each permit shall be subject to

inspection. The permit desk shall be notified prior to or at the time of inspection of any changes

of work described on the permit. Failure to do so will be cause for rejection. If it is requested that

work performed be inspected in phases, a certificate of inspection shall be required for each

phase. Certificates covering all phases of the work performed must be submitted with the permit

upon its return.

7.04 Time of Inspections Inspections will be performed during normal working hours. When it

is requested that inspections be performed at times other than normal working hours, the plumber

making the request will be charged for the direct cost of such inspection. Regardless of when the

work performed is inspected, the water service or repair must be left open or covered with a plate

until the inspection is completed.

7.05 Request for Inspection Plumbers shall make requests for inspections to the Permit Desk of

KC Water. When a request is made after 3:00 P.M. (2:00 P.M. for branch service lines), the

inspection cannot be performed the same day. Requests for inspection will be disregarded and

the inspection not made if a permit for the work has not been issued, has expired or is delinquent.

7.06 Conditions for Inspection Service line excavations and trenches presented for inspection

shall be free of water, earth, debris, and other matter that would hinder the inspector, service

lines two inch and smaller shall be inspected under line pressure during the inspection.

(a) Where a copper service line is laid in a trench, the trench shall be left open for its entire

length and the entire length of service line exposed to view.

(b) Where a ductile iron service line is installed in a trench, it may be backfilled before

inspection except that all joints and fittings shall not be backfilled, but left exposed.

(c) Where a service line is bored, the excavations required for boring shall be left open and the

portion of service line in these excavations shall be exposed to view. Any service line three

inches and larger, that is bored, must be encased in a carrier pipe in accordance with the

Standards and Specifications for Water Main Extensions as published by KC Water.


(d) The plumber or the plumber’s representative must be at the site at the time of the inspection.

7.07 Inspection of Large Services: Fire protection and domestic services three (3) inches and

larger must be hydrostatically tested at 200 PSI for two (2) hours, and must be properly flushed

prior to and after testing. Inspections must be called in no later than 12:00 noon. All

extraordinary expenses for this inspection and test shall be borne by the applicant requesting it.

7.08 Inspection by Registered Professional Engineer With prior approval, Certification of

inspection and compliance with KC Water Regulations by a Registered Professional Engineer,

registered in the State of Missouri, will be accepted in lieu of inspection required by KC Water in

these regulations. Prior approval can be obtained from the Permits Section of KC Water. The

Certification of inspection shall be in writing and accompanied by a drawing showing location of

lines, all fittings, backing blocks, and valves, and shall include a statement that the Engineer is

fully familiar with all requirements of KC Water Regulations. Certifications and drawings shall

bear the stamp of the Registered Professional Engineer performing said inspection.

End of Section


SECTION 8.00 – MISCELLANEOUS

8.01 Interpretation of KC Water Regulations KC Water will be the sole interpreter of KC Water

Regulations. Questions of interpretation shall be submitted in writing to the Permit Desk.

8.02 Request for Information Whenever service line work requires excavation, Missouri law states

that, the Plumber or contractor must call before digging to have utilities located. The number to call is: 1-

800-344-7483.

8.03 Damage to KC Water Property Plumbers engaged in repairing services are cautioned to

exercise care to the portion of the service over which KC Water has jurisdiction as herein set forth.

Whenever a plumber damages the aforementioned section of the water service line so that it is necessary

for KC Water to make repairs, the plumber shall be denied permits until such costs are paid. The plumber

shall be held responsible under the following circumstances:

(a) On all main to curb service lines, where it can be shown that the damage is caused by carelessness

neglect, improper use of tools, or any practice not in accordance with the standards of the trade, or any

practice in violation of KC Water Regulations.

(b) On all copper main to curb service lines, if damage is caused by carelessness or neglect, in the opinion

of the Water Department.

(c) On all main to curb service lines, where KC Water employees must work on an overtime basis to

repair the line.

Those plumbers who have consistent record of breakage shall be deemed careless and therefore made

subject to the aforementioned penalties.

Whenever a main to curb service becomes broken or damaged to the extent that it needs repair, the

plumber is instructed to call the Permit Desk at City Hall and inform KC Water of this need. The plumber

should clearly state that repairs can be performed during normal working hours or that they must be

performed on an overtime basis.

8.04 Repair or Relocation of Water Facilities When a repair is to be made or work is caused by

other entities requiring relocation of water service lines, curb boxes, meter tiles, or pits or other

appurtenances, they shall be relocated at the other entities sole cost and to current standards in the

following manner.

(a) Service Line, All Copper On service lines that are all copper pipe, if no curb box exists, one must be

added. If there is an existing curb box, that portion from the existing curb box to the house, including the

curb stop, curb box or meter pit, and shall be relocated by the plumber under contract for same. A

coupling may be used if the existing curb stop is removed. See section 3.04 (g)

(b) Services - Copper, Main to Curb or Meter Pit; Galvanized Pipe from Curb Box or Meter Pit to

House: If the service line is copper from the main to the curb box or meter pit, the contractor will, if

required, relocate this portion. The galvanized portion from the curb box or meter pit should be replaced

and relocated by the plumber under contract for same from the existing curb box or meter pit to the

proposed curb stop or meter pit location. The curb stop must not be left in the line. All galvanized piping,


whether on public or private property, requiring relocation shall be replaced with copper in accordance

with these Regulations. See section 3.04 (g)

(c) All Galvanized Service Lines: On service lines that are galvanized from main to curb box and require

relocation, the contractor will relocate and replace that portion of the service line from the main to the

proposed relocation of the curb stop. This includes relocating of the curb stop and box only. See section

3.04 (g). On service lines that have meter pits, KC Water will renew the service to, and provide a curb

stop and box. The plumber shall be responsible for relocation of the meter pit. Piping on the house side of

the curb stop requiring relocation shall be relocated and replaced with K copper by the plumber under

contract of the homeowner. Service lines 1-1/2-inches and larger that are galvanized or have a leaded tee

shall have a new service line installed from the main to the building. The new branch service line

connection shall be made by cutting in a minimum of a 6-inch tee, installing three (3) gate valves and two

(2) solid sleeves and replace that portion of the service line from the water main to the building. See the

appendix for typical drawings.

(d) All Galvanized, Leaded Tees or Spider taps Service Lines: A new water service line shall be

installed from the water main to the building for all service lines that are galvanized, have a leaded tee or

a spider tap connection. All cost related to cutting in the tee and installing the proper valves shall be at the

property owners’ expense. See the appendix for typical drawings.

(e) Relocation of Meter Pits: All residential and commercial meter pits that are being relocated shall be

relocated on private property no closer than five (5) feet from the building served. Meter pits for larger

meter installations shall be relocated as directed by KC Water. Undamaged meter tiles, pits, rings, covers

and lids, curb boxes, curb stops, and meter sets may be reused. Damaged meter tiles, pits, rings, covers

and lids shall be brought up to current regulations. See sections 5.04 (c), 5.05 (c).

8.05 Discrepancies - Plumber's Responsibility: The Master Plumber or his agent shall immediately

notify KC Water of any discrepancies discovered in KC Water records, drawings, leak investigations,

water main or service line locations. KC Water will promptly investigate reported discrepancies, reporting

the findings to the Master Plumber or agent affected. KC Water will not give favorable consideration to

additional expense by the Master Plumber or agent due to discrepancies not reported immediately to KC

Water for investigation.

8.06 Winter Procedure for Water Service Turn-On: KC Water will not turn on water during the

winter months if there is no heat to the building/residence.

8.07 Request for a Water Main Shut, to Connect or Abandon Services

(a) Licensed Master Plumber shall secure proper permits to perform the service line.

(b) The Plumber calls the permit desk (513-2174) to request a test/main shut seven working days prior to

needing the shut. A service request is generated in Hansen using the code for test/main shuts and is sent to

Meter Field Services for an inspector to meet with the Plumber to:

1. Determine the size and location of the main.

2. Identifies and locates the necessary valves needed to make the main shut.

3. Inform the contractor on what procedures are taken and what materials can be used.


4. Inform the contractor of the consumers that will be affected by the main shut.

(c) Engineering and/or a KC Water Supervisor will agree on a date and time that the test shut and the

actual main shut can be performed.

(d) Engineering and/or a KC Water Supervisor will contact the Plumber to confirm the date and time that

the test shut and the actual main shut will be performed. The Plumber must provide consumers with a

minimum of a 48 hour notice.

(e) Test/Main shuts will be performed only by KC Water associates and will be normally performed

Monday through Thursday during regular business hours or on an approved schedule during non-

working hours.

(f) Generally main shuts will not be performed the same day that the request is made.

Note: Test/Main shuts can be performed the same day, depending on the impact it may have on the

effected consumers. Exceptions can only be made by the KC Water Supervisor and Coordinated with the

Contractor. Adverse weather conditions may delay the test/main shut and the determination of such

conditions will be made by the KC Water Supervisor.

(g) A KC Water Supervisor will oversee the main shut and insure that all materials meet current KC

Water specifications.

(h) The Plumber installs the tee, gate valves, and solid sleeves.

(i) The Plumber calls the Permit desk at 816-513-2174 and requests a service line inspection. See section

7.07 for large service inspections.

(l) A KC Water Inspector shall perform the inspection and document the new measurements of the new

installed service valves.

8.08 Lead Ban The purpose of this provision is to ban the use of lead based materials in the public

drinking water system and to protect city residents from lead contamination. The following definitions

shall apply in the interpretation of this subsection:

“Lead base materials” means any material containing lead in excess of the quantities specified in

subsection 8.08(A) below;

A. “Lead free” means:

In General:

1. When used with respect to solder and flux, refers to solders and flux containing not more than 0.2

percent (0.2%) lead; and

2. When used with respect to pipes and pipe fittings, refers to pipes and pipe fittings containing not more

than 0.25 percent (0.25%) lead.

Calculation: The weighted average lead content of a pipe, pipe fitting, plumbing fitting, or fixture shall be

calculated by using the following formula: For each wetted component, the percentage of lead in the


component shall be multiplied by the ratio of the wetted surface area of that component to the total wetted

surface area of the entire product to arrive at the weighted percentage of lead of the component. The

weighted percentage of lead of each wetted component shall be added together, and the sum of these

weighted percentages shall constitute the weighted average lead content of the product. The lead content

of the material used to produce wetted components shall be used to determine compliance. For lead

content of materials that are provided as a range, the maximum content of the range shall be used.

“Exemptions”

1. Pipes, pipe fittings, plumbing fittings, or fixtures, including backflow preventers, that are used

exclusively for non-potable services such as manufacturing, industrial processing, irrigation, outdoor

watering, or any other uses where the water is not anticipated to be used for human consumption; or

2. Toilets, bidets, urinals, fill valves, flush-o-meter valves, tub fillers, shower valves, service saddles, or

water distribution main gate valves that are 2 inches in diameter or larger.


8.09 Meter Prices

KC WATER METER PRICES Meter Prices are subject to change without notice.

Contact the KC Water Permit Desk at 816-513-2174 for pricing information.

SIZE METER CHARGE

Including MTU

SET

FEE

TOTAL

CHARGE

5/8" E $190.00 $70.00 $260.00

5/8” x 3/4" E $190.00 $70.00 $260.00

3/4" $205.00 $71.00 $276.00

1” $235.00 $74.00 $309.00

1-1/2" E $395.00 $90.00 $485.00

2" E $468.00 $98.00 $566.00

2” T & E $837.00 $135.00 $972.00

3" C & E $1,413.00 $395.00 $1,808.00

3" T & E $,1,124.00 $366.00 $1,490.00

4" C & E $1,550.00 $409.00 $1,959.00

4" T & E $1,330.00 $387.00 $1,717.00

4”FFF

6" C & E

$4,952.00

$2,497.00

$749.00

$504.00

$5,701.00

$3,001.00

6” T & E $2,103.00 $464.00 $2,567.00

6" FFF $5,508.00 $805.00 $6,313.00

8” C & E $7,265.00 $980.00 $8,245.00

8” T & E $3,593.00 $613.00 $4,206.00

8" FFF $7,265.00 $980.00 $8,245.00

10” T & E $8,026.00 $1,056.00 $9,082.00

10" FFF $8,533.00 $1,107.00 $9,640.00

E = Encoder C = Compound T = Turbine FFF = Full Flow Fire Meter

Permit Fees: Water Service Permit $100.00

Additional Fee - No Tap Permit $75.00

Backflow Permit $150.00

Duplicate Permit $10.00

Plan Review Fee $110.00

Resubmittal Fee $65.00

Additional Service lines $12.00 each

MTU $98.00 for turbine meters. MTU $128.00 for compound meters.


8.10 Water Connection Charges

KC WATER – WATER CONNECTION CHARGES

Water Connection Charges are subject to change without notice.

Contact the KC Water Permit Desk at 816-513-2174 for pricing information.

SMALL TAP CONNECTIONS

IRON PIPE PVC PIPE

SIZE PRICE SIZE PRICE

3/4” $303.00 3/4” $339.00

1” $327.00 1” $351.00

IRON PIPE CONNECTIONS

SIZE PRICE SIZE PRICE

4 X 4 $1,174 12 X 4 $1,779

6 X 4 $1,234 12 X 6 $1,948

6 X 6 $1,392 12 X 8 $2,190

12 X 10 $2,311

12 X 12 $2,916

8 X 4 $1,355 16 X 4 $2,396

8 X 6 $1,488 16 X 6 $2,562

8 X 8 $1,682 16 X 8 $2,868

16 X 10 $3,061

16 X 12 $3,678

10 X 4 $1,658 20 X 4 $5,155

10 X 6 $1,803 20 X 6 $5,288

10 X 8 $2,009 20 X 8 $5,566

10 X 10 $2,178 20 X 10 $5,796

20 X 12 $6,377

Taps are only allowed for lawn irrigation systems, at the discretion of the Water Service

Department. Taps on concrete pipe and transmission mains are not allowed.


APPENDIX


6202 Outside Installation for 3/4" and 1" Services


6203 Detail of 5/8", 3/4" and 1" Meter Settings


6204 Detail of Service Box (Curb Box)


6205 Detail of Vault for Less than 2" Cross Connection Preventer


6206 Detail of Tile Box for 5/8", 3/4" and 1" Meter Settings


6207 Water Meter Settings for Single 1-1/2" and 2" Meters Settings


6208 Cast-in-Place or Pre-cast Vault for 2" & Larger Cross Connection Preventers


6209 Cast-in-Place or Pre-cast Meter Pit & Setting with Bypass for Single 3" thru 10" Meters


6210 Cast-in-Place or Pre-cast Meter Pit & Setting for Double 4" and 6" Meters


6213 Flexible Coupling Adapter & Mechanical Joint Retainer Gland


6214 Combination Service Lines


6215 Cut In Tees on Service Lines


6216 Excavation Details for Tapping Valves and Corporation Taps


6217 Cast-in-Place or Pre-cast Meter Pit & Setting with Bypass for 6" Through 10" Fire Flow Meters

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